Christopher Robert Hill (b.1952) is an American diplomat, author, and professor known for his extensive foreign service career. He served as U.S. ambassador to Iraq, South Korea, Poland, and Macedonia and played a key role in North Korea negotiations during the Six-Party Talks.
Born in Paris to a diplomat, Hill traveled extensively before earning a degree in economics from Bowdoin (1974.) He served in the Peace Corps in Cameroon (1974–76,) gaining early diplomatic experience. He later earned a master’s from the Naval War College (1994) and speaks multiple languages.
Hill joined the U.S. Foreign Service, holding key diplomatic positions, including Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs. He was involved in nuclear disarmament and conflict resolution, particularly in the Balkans and Northeast Asia.
His books reflect his diplomatic experiences. Outpost: Life on the Frontlines of American Diplomacy (2014) offers insights into his career and global affairs, while Outpost: A Diplomat at Work (2015) further details his experiences in international relations.
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